gravity

Definition

  • noun: a very serious quality or condition
  • noun: dignity or sobriety of bearing

Examples

  • They didn't seem to understand the 'gravity' [='seriousness'] of the situation.

  • He uttered the oath with proper 'gravity'. [='solemnity']

  • Its low 'center of gravity' makes the car very stable.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) We should probably get out of here. COBB: You feel that? You have actually been trained for this, Mr. Fischer. Pay attention to the strangeness of the weather, the shift in gravity. None of this is real. You're in a dream. Now, the easiest way for you to test yourself... (..)
    2010 Inception
  • (..) That's not your concern. Mr. Saito, this isn't your typical corporate espionage. You asked me for inception. I do hope you understand the gravity of that request. Now, the seed that we plant in this man's mind will grow into an idea. This idea will define him. It may come to change... (..)
    2010 Inception